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[a_chipped_cup]

[It's been several months with Gold gone. He hasn't returned and there doesn't seem to be any signs that he will return. These facts do nothing but shake Belle's hope and optimism.

There was only one way to bury the pain.]

I don't suppose anyone wants to get a drink with me?

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[a_chipped_cup]

I guess so. I can't seem to understand what their aim is. I know this place is nothing but madness, but...it's still very confusing.

[rosswood]

Easy. To put us through hell.

[Only explanation for wanting to give them a good time during some events and a bad time during others.]

We're its little guinea pigs.

[a_chipped_cup]

But to what end? For our memories? For our energy? It doesn't make any sense.

[rosswood]

Hell if I know.

[He shrugs tiredly, shaking his head.]

I just wanna stay alive. Uh - better than I have been, anyway.

[a_chipped_cup]

I wouldn't suggest confronting powerful creatures.

[She's teasing him, but it's half hearted at best.]

[rosswood]

I don't mean to.

[Honestly, he just wants to live his life. Emphasis on live, not die.

He checks the tallymarks on his hands for the date. Huh. Five days from now and it'll be his birthday. The thought's weird.

Means he should probably head back. He stands up, draining the last of his latest drink.]

Well, uh. Take care of yourself.

[a_chipped_cup]

You too. Thanks for listening.